Conservation & Heritage

09 July 2026

Five minutes with... James Lord

David Taylor meets HTA Partner and Landscape Lead James Lord at the new Queen Elizabeth II Garden to discuss its design, inspiration, slow gardening and lessons for climate-resilient cities.

Education & Health

09 July 2026

The Future of Learning Spaces

How can learning spaces evolve for the future? Samantha Cooke, Director at KPF, reflects on NLA's Education Expert Panel discussion on creativity, inclusion and school design.

Net Zero

09 July 2026

The facts are in: Is HVAC the missing piece in the carbon conversation?

Karl Stauss, Head of Client Delivery at AET Flexible Space, explores new research with WSP revealing how HVAC choices influence carbon, cost, energy and building performance from day one.

Planning

09 July 2026

More than human planning in practice: A roundtable

Pushpa Arabindoo, Associate Professor in UCL's Department of Geography, reflects on an NLA-hosted roundtable exploring what more-than-human planning means in practice.

Conservation & Heritage

07 July 2026

Why the world is rethinking creative-led regeneration (and why London is leading the way)

Why are cities investing in creative infrastructure? Belinda Coates examines how projects like Camden Film Quarter are redefining regeneration and economic growth.

New London Agenda

02 July 2026

Expert Assessors Announced for the NLA Awards 2026

Meet the Expert Assessors for the NLA Awards 2026, who will review this year's submissions, undertake site visits and help shape the shortlist for the International Jury.

01 July 2026

Reflections on the Inaugural Built World Summit

Following the inaugural Built World Summit, NLA CEO Nick McKeogh reflects on the partnerships, conversations and shared commitments shaping a more collaborative future for cities.

Placemaking

01 July 2026

Five Minutes with... Benedict Zucchi

David Taylor meets Benedict Zucchi – who takes over as the new chair of BDP this week – to talk through the identity of the firm and his hopes for the practice under his leadership.

Planning

30 June 2026

Can the Capital’s Prime Residential Market Remain Competitive Globally?

Written by Studio PDP, this roundtable explores how policy, planning and global competition are reshaping Prime Central London’s residential market today.

Retail & Hospitality

30 June 2026

The Wellbeing Economy is Reshaping Hospitality and Placemaking

Written by TGP International, this article explores how wellness-led hospitality can shape healthier, more connected places through integrated design and operations.

30 June 2026

Five minutes with... Justin Nicholls

David Taylor speaks to Fathom founder Justin Nicholls as the practice marks 10 years, discussing its journey, his career path and advice for aspiring founders.

Retail & Hospitality

24 June 2026

New Report Explores the Role of F&B in Placemaking

New report from TGP International and NLA explores how food, beverage and hospitality are driving placemaking, community value and long-term success in urban development.